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About Rochester

Perched on the shore on Lake Ontario, Rochester is an idyllic city with a small-town vibe, making it the perfect destination for those looking for some family-friendly fun. Rochester’s pride is Highland Park, which is one of the oldest arboretums in the U.S. Designed by the famous landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, the park features idyllic paths cutting through treelines and fragrant lilac bushes. If you wish to marvel at the beauty of the Genesee River’s Gorge, go on a hiking trip on the Genesee Riverway Trail. For more cultural activities, George Eastman Museum, the world’s oldest photography museum, would be a great choice.

Rochester’s food scene features many quirky dishes, including the famous local garbage plate, which features your choice of meat along with decadent sides. For the best garbage plates, you might want to check out Nick Tahou Hots.

The city’s busiest bus station is the Trailways Terminal downtown. The station serves several bus carriers, including New York Trailways, Greyhound and OurBus, among others. The principal Amtrak train station is Louis M. Slaughter Station, which is located just across the street from the bus station. Rochester is served by Amtrak’s Empire Service, Lake Shore Limited and Maple Leaf lines. The city’s commercial air services are served by the Greater Rochester International Airport, located 3 miles southwest of downtown.

Station Information

Louise M. Slaughter Station - ROCAMT-0

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Opened in 2017, the Louise M. Slaughter Station Rochester is nearly brand new. It serves three Amtrak train lines: the Lake Shore Limited, the Empire Service, and the Maple Leaf. The station was renamed Louise M. Slaughter Station in honor of U.S. Representative Louise M. Slaughter, who died in March 2018. This intermodal transit station is connected to the rest of the area via transit buses and taxis. Spread across 9,500 square feet, Louise M. Slaughter Station has a classic red brick design, with cast stone and granite used in various places. At the station, you will find an indoor waiting area with plenty of seats. There are also several vending machines, an ATM, and restroom facilities.

Popular train stations in Rochester:

  • Louise M. Slaughter Station

What train companies travel to Rochester, New York?

Located in New York, Rochester is accessible by train from 29 other cities. You can choose from 98 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Rochester on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Rochester are also available..

Train companies serving Rochester

TrainRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak21415h 0m€150.34
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited238h 22m€83.49
Amtrak Maple Leaf193h 44m€48.52
Amtrak Empire Service153h 24m€42.45
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.

  • The Amtrak Lake Shore Limited is an overnight train that runs along some of the best shorelines in the U.S., connecting New York City and Boston with Chicago. The service provides top-tier amenities to its passengers, including free WiFi and dining onboard.

  • The Amtrak Maple Leaf is an international rail line that runs from New York City to Toronto. It stops at some popular locations on its way, including Niagara Falls and Albany. Onboard WiFi and a cafe car make travel on the Maple Leaf comfortable and convenient.

  • The Amtrak Empire Service is a rail line spanning the Empire Corridor, a rail route through New York state from New York City to Niagara Falls. Several Amtrak passenger trains service this route, providing travelers with multiple options when commuting between cities in New York State. The trains themselves feature free internet, cafe service with snacks, beverages, and meals, and comfortable seats to enjoy the gorgeous views of the Hudson River Valley and Upstate New York.

Which train service has the best service to Rochester?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Rochester by train with Amtrak Maple Leaf giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Maple Leaf had the most comfortable train service to Rochester taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Maple Leaf offers. They rate Amtrak Maple Leaf a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.

If you are looking to arrive to Rochester punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Maple Leaf has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Rochester, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€17.47 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Rochester, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Rochester. In the last month, trains from Depew to Rochester had the lowest average price at €21.27.

The main train station in Rochester is Louise M. Slaughter Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Rochester.

The closest airport to Rochester is Greater Rochester Intl Airport (ROC), it is located 4.3 miles from the city center of Rochester.
Rochester ranks number 5 among most popular train destinations in the region. It also ranks number 68 in United States. Rochester ranks number 9 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Rochester via train service. On average 82 direct daily train trips serve Rochester.
The population of Rochester is 209802. Rochester ranks number 6 in terms of population in New York and number 104 in all of United States.
Train tickets to Rochester range from €17 for a short trip to Rochester, while a 60 to 200 mile train trip to Rochester starts at , and a longer trip by train to Rochester can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €27.
People who take the train to Rochester are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Rochester easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Rochester is Louise M. Slaughter Station, located just 0.2 miles away. Select Louise M. Slaughter Station as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Rochester. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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